How To Fix 5D211 - Distance is too small -> No separation allowance

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 211

• Message text: Distance is too small -> No separation allowance

What causes this issue?

According to pay scale, the employee only receives a separation
allowance if the distance between home and place of work exceeds a
minimum amount.
The entered distance is lower than the minimum distance that is stored
in table T5DBK under the constant 'LKMEA'.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D211 - Distance is too small -> No separation allowance ?

  The SAP error message 5D211 ("Distance is too small -> No separation allowance") typically occurs in the context of production planning or material requirements planning (MRP) when there is an issue with the distance or separation between components or operations in a routing or production order.
  Cause:
  
  
  Insufficient Distance: The error indicates that the distance between two operations or components is less than the minimum required separation distance defined in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The routing or production order has been incorrectly set up.
  The distance parameters in the configuration are not aligned with the physical requirements of the production process.
  There are overlapping operations or components that do not allow for the necessary separation.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The settings in the material master or routing may not be properly configured to account for the required separation distances.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation of the routing or production order can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Routing/Production Order: Check the routing or production order for the specific operations or components that are causing the error. Ensure that the distances between them are set correctly.
  
  
  Adjust Separation Distances: If the separation distance is too small, you may need to adjust the parameters in the routing or the material master to allow for a greater distance.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to production planning and routing to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the settings in the customizing (SPRO) for production planning.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how to set up routing and production orders to avoid this error.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes by attempting to create or process the production order again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can provide insights or solutions.
  Training: If this error is common in your organization, consider providing training for users on how to properly set up routings and production orders to minimize the occurrence of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.